Kibale Forest Camp stands out as a premier mid-range lodging option nestled in the heart of Kibale National Park, Uganda. This tented camp offers a unique blend of comfort and immersion in nature, making it an ideal base for exploring the region's rich biodiversity and embarking on unforgettable chimpanzee trekking adventures. Located just outside the southern part of Kibale Forest, the camp borders the Bigodi Wetlands Sanctuary (Magombe Swamp) and is a mere 10-minute drive from the Kanyanchu Visitors’ Center, the starting point for chimpanzee trekking.
Accommodation Options at Kibale Forest Camp
This mid-range accommodation in Kibale Forest National Park offers a variety of cozy accommodations to suit your budget. Great value for money is guaranteed!
Self-Contained Tents
Kibale Forest Camp features 12 African safari-style tents, all fitted with comfortable twin or double beds. Each unit holds a private en-suite bathroom with a flush toilet, a dressing room, and a hot water shower. Also, each tent features a private balcony, where you can relax and enjoy the views of the lush vegetation around. Usually, the Red Colobus and Black-and-white Colobus are often observed in the surroundings.
Key features:
- Comfortable twin or double beds
- Private en-suite bathroom with flush toilet
- Hot water shower
- Dressing room
- Private balcony with views of the surrounding forest
Note: The price ranges from $90
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Non-Self-Contained Tents
Kibale Forest Camp also features an alternative accommodation for travelers on Uganda safaris in Kibale National Park. There are 9 non-self-contained tents all furnished with comfortable beds, a bedside table, and a power outlet for charging your electrical equipment. All the tents are placed under a grass-thatched roof. No need to worry about linen, all bedding and towels are provided! Note that, these tents share a communal ablution block with showers and flushing toilets.
Key features:
- Comfortable beds
- Bedside table
- Power outlet for charging electrical equipment
- Grass-thatched roof
- Communal ablution block with showers and flushing toilets
Note: The rate starts from $35
The camp is designed to offer both budget and upmarket accommodation; it has 7 non-self-contained tents to accommodate those operating on a strict budget and 10 self-contained tents having ensuite bathroom facilities and private verandas.
Chimpanzee trekking experiences in Kibale Forest National Park
Facilities and Services
This mid-range accommodation in Kibale National Park offers various facilities and services including:
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- Restaurant and bar: This is situated in a beautiful wooden grass-thatched building. The cozy restaurant offers breakfast, delicious 2-course lunches, and 4-course dinners. All dietary requirements are considered.
- An early coffee or tea is provided always on the terrace of your tent
- Free WIFI
- Lounge area
- Outdoor fireplace
- Laundry service
- Free parking on site
The bar and restaurant are separate from the tents. They are located nearby in a grass-thatched wooden building.
The restaurant serves breakfast, 2-course lunches and 4-course dinners from both international and local recipes. Special dietary requirements are also taken care of by the camp’s professional chefs. The bar is stocked with a variety of beverages including hot, cold, alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks.
Kibale Camp has a supply of electricity to give light in all its facilities and allow recharging of phones and other electronic devices.
Experiences Around Kibale Forest Camp
Kibale Forest Camp is a peaceful place that gives visitors a sense of adventure. It is located inside the green forest next to the Bigodi Wetlands Sanctuary, also known as the Magombe Swamp.
As you enjoy your meal, you may see red, black, or white colobus monkeys moving through the trees. If you want to see something different, you can visit the nearby crater lakes, which were formed by old volcanic activity.
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